Porte-du-Ried facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Porte-du-Ried
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The town hall in Holtzwihr
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 Porte-du-Ried
Location in France
Porte-du-Ried
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France |
| Region | Grand Est |
| Department | Haut-Rhin |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé |
| Canton | Colmar-2 |
| Area
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9.49 km2 (3.66 sq mi) |
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1,759 |
| • Density | 185.35/km2 (480.1/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68143 /68320
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Porte-du-Ried is a special kind of town or village in France, known as a commune. It is located in the eastern part of France, in an area called the Haut-Rhin department. This commune was created quite recently, on January 1, 2016.
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What is Porte-du-Ried?
Porte-du-Ried is a name given to a new area that was formed by joining two smaller communes together. Before 2016, there were two separate places: Holtzwihr and Riedwihr. These two places decided to combine and become one bigger commune called Porte-du-Ried.
Where is Porte-du-Ried Located?
Porte-du-Ried is found in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is in the eastern part of France. It is close to the border with Germany. The area is known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional French villages.
How was Porte-du-Ried Formed?
The creation of Porte-du-Ried happened on January 1, 2016. This was done by combining the two older communes, Holtzwihr and Riedwihr. Sometimes, smaller towns or villages decide to merge. They do this to work together more easily. It can also help them share resources and services better.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. These officials help manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. France has many thousands of communes, from very small villages to large cities.
See Also
In Spanish: Porte-du-Ried para niños
